Three years ago a band of robbers took a treasure map and split it into 8 pieces; one for each member. Now a cop will stop at nothing to retrieve the pieces and claim the treasure as his own leaving a trail of death and destruction in his wake...
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon is so many things: an historical epic on a grand scale, an Asian martial-arts flick with both great effects and fantastic fighting (choreographed by The Matrix's guru Yuen Wo Ping), a story of magic, revenge and power played with a posse of star-crossed lovers thrown in for good measure. Set during the Qing dynasty (the late 19th century), the film follows the fortunes of righteous warriors Li Mu Bai and Yu Shu Lien (Asian superstars Chow Yun-Fat and Michelle Yeoh, respectively) whose love for one another has lain too long unspoken. When Li Mu Bai's legendary sword Green Destiny is stolen by wilful aristocrat's daughter Jen (exquisite newcomer Zhang Ziyi), who has been trained in the way of the gangster by Li Mu Bai's arch-rival Jade Fox, the warriors must fight to recover the mystical blade. The plot takes us all across China, from dens of iniquity and sumptuous palaces to the stark plains of the Western desert. Characters chase each other up walls and across roof and treetops to breathtaking effect, and Tan Dun's haunting, Oscar-winning East-West inflected score. Directed by Taiwanese-born Ang Lee and co-written by his longtime collaborator American James Schamus, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon joins the ranks of the team's slate of high-quality, genre-spanning literary adaptations. Although it superficially seems like a return to Ang's Asian roots, there's a clear throughline connecting this with their earlier, Western films given the thematic focus on propriety and family honour (Sense and Sensibility), repressed emotions (The Ice Storm) and divided loyalties in a time of war (Ride with the Devil). Nonetheless, a film this good needs no prior acquaintance with the director's oeuvre; it stands on its own. The only people who might be dismissive of it are jaded chop-socky fans who will probably feel bored with all the romance. Everyone else will love it. --Leslie Felperin On the DVD: As might be expected this superb anamorphic widescreen version of the original 2.35:1 theatrical ratio presents Peter Pau's spellbinding cinematography in its full glory; the same goes for the Dolby 5.1 audio track that showcases Tan Dun's haunting score. Annoyingly, however, the default language option is the dubbed English soundtrack, which means you have to select the original Mandarin version before playing. The extra features are good but not exceptional, with an obligatory "making-of" documentary and commentary from Ang Lee and James Schamus being the best options: the director and producer/cowriter chat amiably and in some detail about their martial arts version of Sense and Sensibility. But it's the breathtaking delight of the seeing the movie in such quality that really counts, and this disc does not disappoint. --Mark Walker
The real king of Kung Fu Master Jang Lee Hwang stars in this action packed kicking classic from Korea. Watch him as he destroys untold fighters in the martial world.
Hong Kong screen Superstars Andy Lau and Tony Leung face-off on the opposite sides of the Law under the meticulous direction of Michael Mak who weaves a web of collusion and corruption that will leave you guessing until the awesome bullet-ridden climax. A gutsy police Detective (Andy Lau) leads the team of cops who probe into the widespread illegal dealings of criminal mastermind (Tony Leung) who plans to redeem himself by running for government office...
A corrupt Ming guard frames an unsuspecting man for murder without realising the terrible price that the man's martial arts retribution will be...
A young orphaned girl is taken under wing by a ninjetsu expert who teaches her the magnificent ninja skills. When her true love's life and kingdom are threatened she employs all her skills in a fierce battle with a powerful warlord and his henchmen to save the one she loves.
The One (Dir. James Wong 2001): In order to save the universe he will have to fight the fiercest enemy he has ever faced: himself! A sheriff's deputy fights a diabolical and deadly mirror image of himself that has escaped from an alternate and parallel universe. Sometimes the difference between good and evil is only a matter of degrees... Legend Of The Red Dragon (Dir. Wong Jing 1995): The epic story of a man who challenged the limits of courage and fought for the heart of a nation. When his wife and entire village are brutally murdered by evil Manchu soldiers the master warrior Kwun (Jet Li) sets out on a mission of vengeance with the only survivor of the massacre - his son Ting. For seven years the two journey across ancient China on their quest for revenge always staying one step ahead of the deadly army. But Kwun is forced to face the past when they come across a wealthy benefactor with five young Shaolin masters in his charge who unbeknownst to Kwun have the detailed map to a priceless treasure trove tattooed on their backs. It is not long before Manchu officials find out about the maps and deadly soldiers came after the masters. Now in an ancient battle that will pit Kwun against one of the very soldiers who helped to kill his family he and Ting will unite with the young masters of Shaolin for a fight to the death. Get ready for an ancient martial arts battle with the world's most masterful warriors! Meltdown (Dir. Wong Jing 1995): After failing to save his wife from 'The Doctor' Kit Li is working as a bodyguard and secret stunt double for the cowardly martial arts film star Frankie Lane. Frankie attends an exhibition of the crown jewels of Russia at a Hong Kong hotel and when the Doctor's gang take over the building in attempt to steal the jewels Kit is the only thing standing in their way. Will Frankie regain his courage? Will romance blossom between Kit and the nosy reporter? Who has the best Kung-Fu?
A film featuring some of the most daring and action packed examples of kung-fu fighting with spectacular acting and locations... Two friends arrested for drug smuggling while on leave from their jobs as police officers are put through hell in this prison camp. See their efforts to stay alive and keep their sanity in this depraved arena. Can their cop training keep them going or will they break in this cruel jungle prison camp?
To Kill with Intrigue' is one of Jackie Chan's darker films as he takes revenge after the slaughter of his family. Here in a more serious role we get to enjoy Jackie's acting skills as well as some wickedly fast set pieces of action. Highly underrated but very much appreciated by today's audience.
Chow Kwan-hai is the only man alive who knows the exact location of a stash of pearls worth a fortune or does he? Kwan-hai leads an apparent suicide mission to the Bloody Mill to retrieve the treasure with the help of a mousy criminal a pickpocket a muscle-bound mute and a beautiful but deadly woman.
Wanderer John Liu and angry young man Chiang Wang are direct descendants of the ""Strike Rock Fist"" masters who began as the best of friends but ended as the worst of enemies. The legacy of hate and revenge continues into the next generation until the two feuding warriors discover that they have a mutual enemy in Philip Ko a perverse master of the dangerous art of Sun Ta. Our heroes must forget the past and unite to fight as a solid rock that will crush this evil menace!
Heather wakens to find herself strapped to a hospital bed in an asylum for the criminally insane. She is the prime suspect for a vicious massacre in which she claims to be the only survivor. However the actual killers are determined to finish the job. The asylum staff dismiss her cries for help as the rantings of a paranoid psychotic fuelled by an unusual disorder diagnosed as ""Hunting Craze Syndrome"". Heather must now use all of her survival instincts just to stay alive!
Ninja Dragon: Set in Great Shanghai - two rival gangs the Furious Fox and the Black Eagle are fighting to establish domination in the territory. Only one force can stop the remorseless killings: the Ninja Dragon! Ninja Squad: The Ninja Empire is at stake as the supreme Ninja master and his disciple confront Ivan the Red a power-hungry Ninja. When the police fail to help the young disciple must reveal his amazing fighting ability to save his sister and avenge his mother's murder. The master must face Ivan the Red in a final gruelling duel to determine the fate of the Ninja Empire.
The complete compendium of all seven seasons of Star Trek Voyager adventures housed in this awesome Star Trek style transporter bay packaging!
The Wandering Monk (Dir. Chang Hung Chi 1980):After a number of deathly mishaps Monk Lu bravely rescues the bewildered young orphan Cheng and teaches him the essence of martial arts. The two roam the countryside seeking the murderers of Cheng's father......in a series of spectacular martial arts displays they encounter the brutal killer and bring him to justice. Matching Escort (Dir. Ling Chang 1983):The unusual and exciting story that features a whole range of martial arts. This smashing box office hit unfolds right in front of your very eyes. Filmed in lavish studio settings with elaborate costumes and traditional weapons!! Of Cooks and Kung Fu (Dir. Ting Chun 1979):Ching Kai portrays a master chef who once served up culinary delights to the Empresses daughter. The banquet was sabotaged and the Master falsely accused of murder and treason. Now it is up to the youngster to avenge his family and take revenge on the Basket Hat Assassin!! The Guy with Secret Kung Fu (Dir. Joe Law 1981:A match of evil vs. good as the outlaw bandits attempt to destroy the only people able to protect a small village. Some astonishing fight sequences and major action in this Kung Fu classic. Miss this at your own peril!!
Wandering Monk: After a number of deathly mishaps Monk Lu bravely rescues the bewildered young orphan Cheng and teaches him the essence of martial arts. The two roam the countryside seeking the murderers of Chung's father... in a series of spectacular martial arts displays they encounter the brutal killer and bring him to justice! Matching Escort: A young orphaned girl is taken under wing by a ninjetsu expert who teaches her the magnificent ninja skills. When her true
Kung Fu legend Cliff Lok stars as the son of a famous Kung Fu teacher whose school is attacked by the hunchback and his band of martial art experts. Cliff heads for the country to learn the Crippled Fist from his uncle and prepare him for the duel with the hunchback and his posse of fighters.....
Revenge Of The Drunken Master: Accidentally discovering the operations of the Blood Ninja gangsters a mischievous young man masters the skills of the Drunk Fist and proceeds to fight against them. But the gangsters join forces vowing to kill him before the young master destroys them all. Secret Ninja Roaring Tiger: Tiger So heads a Ninja gang who have kidnapped a millionaire's daughter. Dragon Kong is called upon to make a treacherous journey to save her. It is to be the most dangerous mission of his life.
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